Arlington Bus Stop Shifts for Construction Work

Arlington bus stop closes April 20 for construction, four routes move to Ballston Station

WMATA Closes Arlington Bus Stop for Construction

Riders using four Arlington bus routes will need to find a new boarding location starting April 20. The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority announced the bus stop at North Fairfax Drive and North Utah Street will close for construction through May 18, affecting routes A58, A70, A76, and F50. Passengers who typically use stop #6000530 should head to Ballston Station Bus Bay K instead.

Construction Work Prompts Month-Long Closure

The temporary closure stems from construction activities in the area, transit officials said. WMATA regularly coordinates with local jurisdictions on infrastructure projects that require temporary service adjustments. The agency didn't specify what type of construction work necessitates the closure or which entity is performing it. Such closures typically involve roadwork, utility upgrades, or building projects that make bus stops temporarily inaccessible or unsafe for passenger use.

Four Routes Rerouted to Ballston Station

All four affected routes—A58, A70, A76, and F50—will use Ballston Station Bus Bay K as the alternative stop throughout the closure period. The substitute location is identified as stop #6000531 in WMATA's system. Officials didn't provide details on how far passengers will need to walk between the closed stop and the temporary location. The agency also hasn't said whether service frequency or schedules will change on the affected routes during the construction period.

Closure Runs Through Mid-May

The bus stop closure takes effect Monday, April 20, 2026, and is scheduled to last until Monday, May 18, 2026. That's a four-week period during which riders will need to use the alternative boarding location. WMATA didn't indicate whether the closure could extend beyond the scheduled end date if construction work runs longer than expected.

Riders Advised to Plan Ahead

Passengers should allow extra travel time and familiarize themselves with the temporary stop location before the closure begins. WMATA offers MetroAlerts for service notifications, though officials didn't specify whether alerts will be sent about this specific closure. Moovit provides real-time bus tracking and alternative route suggestions for WMATA riders navigating service changes in the Arlington area.